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Banned book list shared by Rockford Public Library to encourage teens to read
ROCKFORD, Ill. — The Rockford Public Library began participating in national Banned Books Week today, featuring a collection of frequently challenged literature to highlight the freedom to read. The annual event, sponsored nationwide by the American Library Association, draws attention to national attempts to remove or restrict books in...
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A film that highlights race riots in U.S. history will screen in Rockford
An Illinois Road Scholar will bring her social justice film to Rockford. The social advocacy group Eliminate Racism 815 will host a discussion and viewing of Tiffany Lee’s film “I Bear Witness: The Untold Stories of American Race Riots.” The film highlights eyewitness accounts of different race riots across the United States. Lee said this history is hard to find.
Rockford Register Star
Construction begins as new owners work to reopen Rockford Beef-a-Roo
Construction has begun on a new Beef-A-Roo restaurant at 1680 N. Alpine Road in Rockford, marking the return of a longtime local brand with roots that stretch back generations. The project is moving forward as the restaurant's new owners work toward reopening the location, according to a community announcement. The new owners said the Rockford location is the first restaurant currently moving toward opening, with additional locations planned in the future. Beef-A-Roo has long been associated with Rockford, and the new owners of the North Alpine location said they intend to preserve the brand's local history while preparing for its next phase. According to the announcement, the partners have spent recent weeks reconnecting with former employees and revisiting recipes, ingredients and other details tied to the restaurant's history. The effort, the announcement said, has included conversations with people who helped build the brand over the years. Community invited to follow progress As construction continues, the owners are encouraging residents to track the redevelopment through its social media platforms. The announcement said community members will be able to view updates from the construction site, learn more about the reopening process and share memories connected to Beef-A-Roo. "We really want Rockford to
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Erika Kirk Visits Judson University
An Elgin Christian university hosted controversial Turning Point USA’s “America: Love it or Leave it” tour featuring Erika Kirk to a 600-plus audience. Held in Herrich chapel, the sainted glass windows were adorned in blue, pink, yellow, white, and green. Students and alumni, many whom were dressed in red symbolic of Turning Point USA and the Republican, clamored for seats, filled with posters and advertisements.
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Whitewater Pride Fest brings people together once more
On a beautiful day in downtown Whitewater, community members gathered Oct. 3 for the sixth annual Whitewater Pride Fest to celebrate LGBTQ+ pride, connect with others and create a welcoming space for all ages. The festival brings together local organizations, vendors, food and entertainment. For those involved with the Pride...
Beloit Daily News
Hall of Fame bowler Mike Nemetz passes away at 63
BELOIT — Stateline bowling lost a Hall of Famer and terrific ambassador for the sport with the passing of Mike Nemetz on Oct. 5. Nemetz, 63, was inducted into the Greater Beloit Bowling Council’s Hall of Fame in the Superior Performance category in 2019. Growing up in Beloit, he began bowling in the Bantam Youth League at R&R Bowl. In 1979-80, his junior team made the National Top 10 honor score list with a 3,330. The team included future Hall of Famers Gary Drye and Mark Peterson, Jeff Martindale and Craig Wilson. A member of the Beloit Memorial High School Class of 1981, Nemetz bowled regularly as an adult. He had his first 300 game in the Classic League at Diamond Lanes. On Jan. 20, 2007, he added another 300 as well as his first-ever 800 series in the city tournament. When he was inducted into the Hall, he also had two 299 games, two 298s and a 297. His highest average to that point was 227 in 2017. Among Nemetz’s accomplishments were two wins in the Clinton Monthly Tournament at Cougar Lanes, a 2018 Viking Lanes Over/Under Championship with Jeff Hoppe, a second-place finish with Jay Jordan in Janesville,
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Anne Hathway is Ready to “Vanish into a Plume of Smoke”
Rockford, Ill (WTVO) — Tonight, on Instachat we’re talking about ‘Skydance’, ‘Fast and Furious’, Anne Hathaway, and ‘Gilmore Girls’!. Kicking things off tonight with a huge merger in the movie world. Paramount and Warner Brothers have officially merged to be known as ‘Skydance’. Paramount beat Netflix for this deal, and it’s a big feat. You can learn all about it and see the ‘Skydance’ trailer over on the GDS Instagram story!
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Coven Academy is The Perfect Way to Start Spooky Season!
Rockford, Ill (WTVO) — We’re hanging out with Cecilia Deacon to talk about her new show, on Disney+ and Hulu, Coven Academy!. The new supernatural series takes place in the haunted heart of New Orleans and follows a group of teenage witches and dangerously charming warlocks. We follow...
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Along the Rock: S3 Ep 202-Rambling Days: Explore Dixon’s Hidden Natural Beauty by Car!
On this episode of Along the Rock, host Kierstyn Long welcomes Ana Smith, director of the Ruth Edwards Nature Center at the Dixon Park District, to talk about Rambling Days and the many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors throughout Dixon. Rambling Days is returning for its fifth year on Sunday,...
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Chicago suburb transformed into movie set for upcoming rom-com based on viral book
A west suburb of Chicago transformed into a Hollywood set this week for the filming of a Netflix movie set to release next year that is based on a viral and best-settling book. Town House Books and Cafe, located at 105 N. 2nd Ave. in St. Charles, will make an...
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Spending an evening at Fargo Venue
Music will take center stage in DeKalb on Saturday as the Fargo Venue welcomes metal bands Ill Omen, Starved, Pariah and Phantom Threat. Each promises to bring energy, excitement, and captivating sounds to the local music scene. Tsavo Walker, Fargo Venue’s booking manager and sound engineer, said Fargo concerts are...
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Rockford Public Library highlights frequently banned books during Banned Books Week
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Banned Books Week began Monday, launching an annual event that advocates for the freedom to read by highlighting attempts to ban books. The Rockford Public Library is spending the week highlighting books that are frequently banned. More than 5,600 titles were banned across the country last year, according to the American Library Association.
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Cash and Coffee: The Power of Volunteering – How Giving Back Can Pay Dividends
On this episode of Cash and Coffee, hosts Quinn Stahr and Emily Zimmerman take a break from traditional financial topics to talk about something that can have a lasting impact without putting money in your pocket: volunteerism. The conversation explores the value of giving back, especially for young people, and...
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Illness sinks three ‘Men on Boats’ performances
EDITORS NOTE: This is a developing story. The School of Theatre and Dance cancelled three “Men On Boats” performances scheduled for Thursday, Friday and Saturday last week due to cast and crew illness. Andy Dolan, director of marketing and communications for the College of Visual and Performing Arts,...